Lesley Lake No 2 Dam, located in Erath, Texas, is a private dam built in 1966 primarily for recreational purposes.
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Standing at 34 feet in height and stretching 645 feet in length, the dam boasts a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 10 acres. Situated on the Lallah Branch stream, the dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type and no spillway, making it a unique structure in the region.
Despite not being regulated by the state, the dam is subject to regular inspections and maintenance, ensuring its structural integrity and safety. With a high hazard potential rating, the dam poses a significant risk in case of failure, prompting the need for risk management measures to mitigate any potential threats. While the dam does not currently have an emergency action plan in place, its recreational purpose and proximity to the community underscore the importance of ensuring its continued functionality and safety for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
645 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
LALLAH BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
34 |
Paluxy Rv At Glen Rose
|
10cfs |
N Bosque Rv At Hico
|
6cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Glen Rose
|
31cfs |
Brazos Rv Ds Lk Granbury Nr Granbury
|
15cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Hamilton
|
4cfs |
Nolan Rv At Blum
|
7cfs |